Chapter 436

While the onlookers speculated, the sound of high heels echoed. Cordelia saw Nelly walk in on her high horse as the tassels of her shawl swayed with her movement. Her chin was tipped up as she looked down like she was scorning everyone—until she saw Cordelia. She paused, and her gaze stayed on Cordelia for a moment before a mocking smile pulled her lips up. “Ah, Ms. Tanner!” The auction host went to welcome her. Someone in the crowd said swiftly, “I heard that Mr. Tanner’s passed the whole Tanner Group to her!” “She’s the youngest female president among the four major families now! It’s no wonder her appearance was grander than a president’s!” Nelly slowly approached Cordelia. A flash of cold contempt gleamed in her eyes. “Ms. Jenner, it’s been a while!” “Yeah, it’s been a while.” Cordelia knew that Nelly did not have any good intentions. “Heh, what’s keeping you up recently, Ms. Tanner? Busy inheriting your family business?” “It’s alright!” Nelly crossed her arms. “Dad’s pass